A Reading tattoo artist has shot to fame over the last year after the success of his work he created for his wife.

Glenn Cuzen, 34, who lives in Caversham and was born in Henley is most famous for his tattoo style known as geometric dot work and has finally received recognition at worldwide tattoo conventions.

Up until last year Mr Cuzen's art did not fall into any of the established competitive categories at tattoo conventions. The first trophy came at the 2014 Manchester International Tattoo Show where he scooped the award for Best Black & Dot Work tattoo. From there with the recognition of his primary category he has gone on to win 10 more awards in both the UK and America.

Initially Mr Cuzen and his then girlfriend Jade were only due to enter two categories but a spur of the moment decision led them to enter the best back category.

This led to an even more spontaneous marriage proposal.

"[Jade] was a bag of nerves and I said 'just get up [on stage] and I will marry you'," the artist explained.

From there the popularity of Jade's back piece grew and grew even gaining Mrs Cuzen a magazine cover.

With his awards has come sponsorship opportunities and international recognition.

He said: "I have just been sent £2,000 worth of ink from World Famous Ink. Just to use."

Glenn and Jade Cuzen

Hustle Butter has also announced its sponsorship of him, meaning he will not have to pay to attend future conventions as one of their sponsored artists.

At conventions Mr Cuzen believes he has revolutionised the competitive tattoo industry saying:"The way I have developed it, I have tuned it into a competitive sport.

Mr Cuzen said: "We practice our stances, Jade had three different pairs of shoes, she has her hair and make up done.

"I'm not flying to America and spending £7,000 to not win."

Mr Cuzen is so highly in demand he and his whole family were flown out to Spain so Mr Cuzen could tattoo a man at his home. He has also already announced his appearance at the International Goa Tattoo Festival in January.

If you want a tattoo by Mr Cuzen be prepared for a wait as he is currently booked up until February 2016.